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Start 2026 with winning CS2 picks! Explore HLTV Awards 2025 betting markets on Thunderpick. See why Senzu is our #13 pick and check our full Top 10 predictions. As the 2025 CS2 season concludes, the eyes of the world turn to the HLTV Awards in Belgrade. With no live matches currently scheduled, the Thunderpick HLTV Specials are the only way to keep the betting action alive this New Year’s. Our experts at CS2Bet.io have analyzed the data, identifying Senzu as the prime candidate for the #13 spot over Twistzz and mezii due to crucial Major attendance nuances.
BC.Game's $10M flex isn't fluff—it's a signal. FaZe core odds for next Major: 5.50 (value buy post-drama). BC.Game futures spiked to 8.20; back at +EV if SAW rumors solidify. s1mple-karrigan synergy? +300 anytime clutch king props. Market overreaction created edges: Fade FaZe stability (-120) amid contract locks. CS2 buyout inflation hits 20% YoY—expect $12M+ in 2026. cs2bet.io model projects 68% win prob for superteam bets if deals land. Track volatility; live markets pay 2x on roster news. Bet smart, stack wins.
Team Falcons denies CS2 transfer rumors, but is the "no more stars" plan real? Analyze Xavier Roussac's statements, NiKo’s role, and how these roster moves impact 2026 betting odds and BLAST Spring predictions. Falcons management is playing a tactical poker game. While executive Xavier Roussac denies major roster changes, the "no more stars" strategy feels like standard business leverage. With NiKo’s ambition driving the team, we explore if this silence is true stability or a smokescreen for the 2026 season.
After a turbulent 2025 season defined by roster experiments that failed to yield results, Team Spirit is returning to its roots. The organization has announced the surprising return of Major winners magixx and zont1x, benching young prospect zweih and their long-time captain chopper. With magixx stepping up to take the captain's reins, can this revival of old chemistry offer bettors early value ahead of the 2026 season?
Get the latest on the 100 Thieves CS2 roster rumors for 2026. This article breaks down the strategic buyout of the GamerLegion core (REZ, Tauson, PR) and how it secures their Valve ranking. We analyze the high-stakes move for device from Astralis, rain’s transition to IGL, and gla1ve’s new role as head coach. Discover how seang@res and messioso are navigating "Roster Mania" to build an elite squad capable of dominating the 2026 Majors
The lights might be off on the Major circuit, but the grind never stops in CS2—and neither does the betting action. The off-season B-Tier tournaments like the NODWIN Clutch Series 3 and United21 Season 42 are exactly where savvy bettors find their edge. Today, December 16, 2025, we’ve pinpointed three high-value matchups. Forget the low returns of betting on Tier 1 giants; it’s time to cash in on map handicaps, volatile Academy teams, and generous underdog odds. We know the key is checking for stand-ins and recent form—and our predictions for BIG, Nemiga, and the United21 series are built on that crucial off-season data. Let’s make a bankroll this winter.
The Budapest Major dust has barely settled, but the 2026 Roster Mania is already in full swing. Snax returns to lead GamerLegion, while the "superteam" at BC.Game collapses without a captain or coach. With 100 Thieves rumored to be raiding Astralis for legends like dev1ce, and key moves from M80 and NiP, the post-Major shuffle promises to be ruthless. Here is your first look at the chaos.
Vitality Crowned Budapest Major Champions! Team Vitality secured the StarLadder Budapest Major title, defeating FaZe Clan 3-1 (Nuke 6-13, Dust2 13-3, Inferno 13-9, Overpass 13-2). After FaZe's strong start, Vitality utterly dominated the remaining maps, almost achieving a historic 13-0 sweep on the decider. This victory seals back-to-back CS2 Majors for captain apEX and concludes the competitive CS2 year.
BC.Game Seeking New CS2 Coach! Following disappointing results and the recent departure of emi, BC.Game is in the market for a high-impact CS2 coach. With superstars s1mple and electroNic on the roster, the organization needs a tactical leader who can unlock the team's immense potential. Top candidates include Major winners zonic and RobbaN, and recently benched tactician ash.
Budapest Major Grand Final: Thrilling 1-1 Tied! The Budapest Major Grand Final is delivering a nail-biting showdown between FaZe Clan and Team Vitality, now tied 1-1. FaZe dominated Nuke behind Karrigan and Twistzz, but Vitality flipped the script on Dust2 with a monstrous performance from ZywOo and Mezii. The momentum has swung entirely to the "Bees" entering the critical third map.
FaZe Clan reverse-sweep NAVI in a dramatic StarLadder Major semifinal as pressure overwhelms AleksiB’s young roster. Full map breakdown, key turning points, player performances, and betting insights from CS2Bet.io. Natus Vincere were on the brink of a fairytale Grand Final run, but the pressure of the Major stage proved ruthless. After a dominant opening map and a commanding early lead in the series, NAVI collapsed under the weight of expectation as FaZe Clan completed a brutal 2–1 reverse sweep. Experience, composure, and clutch pedigree ultimately overcame youth, structure, and momentum, sending FaZe to the Grand Final and leaving NAVI with one of the most painful exits of the tournament.
Team Vitality produced one of the most memorable comebacks of the StarLadder Major, overturning massive deficits to eliminate Spirit and secure their place in the Grand Final. Down 11–4 and later facing map points at 12–6, Vitality refused to break, surviving multiple chaotic rounds and swinging the momentum with a crucial late-round 1v2 stop at 12–10. That moment shattered Spirit’s confidence. On Dust2, the series stayed tight until ZywOo took control, delivering impact round after round as Vitality closed the map with seven straight rounds. With this victory, The Bees march into the final as deserved favorites.
Major playoff FaZe showed up once again. In one of the most anticipated quarterfinals of the StarLadder Budapest CS2 Major, karrigan’s FaZe Clan defied the odds and dismantled tournament favorites MOUZ in a shocking 2–0 sweep. Behind veteran composure, breakout performances from jcobbb, frozen, and Twistzz, and a classic IGL masterclass, FaZe delivered a reminder that Major playoffs are where experience still reigns supreme — and where betting markets can be painfully slow to adjust. Our Betting tips and Player Props hit beautifully.
NAVI vs. FURIA Quarterfinal: AleksiB’s "Great Chance" The StarLadder Major Quarterfinal pits the favorite FURIA against NAVI, whose fate rests on the conviction of IGL AleksiB. His pre-game interview revealed a team drained by unrewarded practice but holding onto a powerful belief: “There is a now chance to get success. And it is a great one.” This high-stakes match is more than skill; it's a battle for redemption. Read the full analysis on why AleksiB’s tactical genius and the team’s underdog mentality make a NAVI upset highly probable against the calculated FURIA system.
Team Vitality secured their StarLadder Major Semi-Final spot with a dominant 2-0 sweep (13-5 Mirage, 13-4 Dust2) over The MongolZ. The win was powered by Mathieu 'ZywOo' Herbaut, who delivered an untouchable performance, finishing the series with a staggering 2.18 HLTV Rating 3.0 (Source: HLTV), including an unbelievable 2.47 rating on Mirage. The elimination ends a commendable Major run for The MongolZ, solidifying their Top 8 finish—a historic result for the Mongolian squad, especially with a stand-in
Spirit Stuns Falcons 2-0: Major Curse Broken! Team Spirit decisively ended the hyped Falcons Major run, shattering a 9-0 head-to-head record behind zweih's heroic 1.59 Rating 3.0 performance. The failure of the NiKo-m0NESY core raises major questions for Falcons heading into the BLAST Spring Groups 2026. Spirit now rides high momentum into the Semi-Finals against Vitality, but betting carries Over-Performance Risk given zweih's outlier map. Read our full match summary and get the betting tips for the Spirit vs. Vitality Semi-Final and Falcons' offseason roster uncertainty!
Team Falcons entered the Budapest Major with high expectations, but their campaign never truly ignited. After a solid yet unspectacular group stage, they reached playoffs only to fall short once again—despite a favorable matchup. This Major was meant to be their defining moment after winning PGL Bucharest, the first Tier-1 trophy of the NiKo–m0NESY era. Instead, pressure, form dips, and NiKo’s ongoing “Major curse” resurfaced. Can Falcons recover and rebuild their championship ambitions for 2026?
The StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 playoffs are the most open in CS2 history, and a huge upset champion is highly likely! Despite FURIA, Vitality, Falcons, and Spirit being the favorites, the CS2Bet.io Editors reveal three core reasons for chaos. The heavy schedule has led to an "Exhaustion Factor," making top stars vulnerable. Secondly, the BO3 map veto and arena pressure benefit the hungrier teams. Most critically, the "underdogs" (MOUZ, NAVI, FaZe, and The MongolZ) are not Cinderellas; they are all led by championship cores and recent Tier-1 winners. Their current low odds offer massive value. Don't miss out! Read the full analysis for detailed team-specific scenarios and join the winning side.
Team Falcons are our top pick to win the StarLadder Major 2025! Despite tough early matches, their 78.9% LAN win rate over three months proves their elite consistency. With stars NiKo and m0NESY providing clutch power and a deep map pool, Falcons are built to win. Get the betting value at 6.00 odds—a massive opportunity for bettors.
Our StarLadder Major 2025 Pick'Em is locked! See why we confidently predict Falcons and NiKo will defeat FURIA in the Grand Final. Check the full playoff bracket and predicted upsets.
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